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Committed to build homes that minimize their “ecological footprint”

Admin — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 06:39:04 +0000

As a company, we’re committed to building homes that are as healthy as possible, and that minimize their “ecological footprint” with respect to the resources they use for their construction, operation and eventual decommission. Our homes use sustainable, healthier building materials, as for example the QuadLock building system, as well as energy-efficient environmental systems and products.

Our mission is to create homes and communities that inspire people AND make modern life easier, healthier and more comfortable — all in ways that compliment and enhance the municipalities and environments in which we work. We hope our products will set a standard for the positive impact and we’re using the Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design (LEED®) certification system so we, and you, can measure how we’re doing.

Using less energy for lighting, water heating and cooling means a considerable reduction in Carbon output into the environment. The combination of all these concepts allows for La Concha Pearl to reduce energy consumption by at least 60% compared to a similar building with regular construction methods. Living in luxury does not mean your footprints have to be embedded into the world’s environment……………Leave them on the beach as you enjoy your beach front lifestyle!

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Playa de La Paz

Admin — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 05:53:56 +0000

Playa de La Paz is a 62 beachfront villas development in La Paz, Baja California Sur. The first phase, currently under construction, consists of 24 villas. NewTek took this Project under its wings after several attempts to complete it with null results, derived from poor Project management practices. Phase 1 of this project is being constructed with steel studs and sheet rock due to the desire of the developer to complete the phase with this system. Phases 2 and 3 will be built with the Quad-Lock and Quad-Deck building systems and are currently under re-drawing.

As part of the Project Management for Playa de La Paz, NewTek is taking care of all aspects of the project, including Quality Control, Labor Contracting, Purchasing and Negotiation, Permitting, Design, Legal Support etc.

Leading with Intelligent Engineering

Admin — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 05:38:13 +0000

NewTek Constructions – committed to make a difference
Since Al Gore achieved international notoriety and shared the treasured Pulitzer Prize for his work illuminating the effects of global climate change as a result of increasing carbon emissions, there has been so much hype surrounding green initiatives and sustainability that people have become overwhelmed with information – so much so that many feel paralyzed by the number of options that exist to decrease energy consumption. We often overlook the bigger picture because it is truly overwhelming, offering very little “good news” for the future. This is not to suggest that the value of saving each watt or gallon of water is unimportant. Assuming the responsibility to make small dents in bigger items, instead of focusing our energies on making insignificant big changes to smaller items, is the real secret to reducing our overall global energy footprint.

Shore’s team opted for a smarter alternative building material offering benefits such as seismic strength exceeding Zone 4 earthquake design, the ability to withstand a Category 5 hurricane, and climate comfort – all part of the cast-in-place Quad Lock ICF “insulated concrete foam” system. This energy-efficient concrete / foam combination, pioneered and promoted by NewTek in Mexico, provides superior insulation, isolation, and interior acoustics. The Quadlock system, along with a shading model with deep balcony overhangs, also provides an estimated 50% reduction in
cooling load. ICF’s allow great flexibility, quick installation with reduced material handling, and far less wasted fuel required to deliver heavy concrete block over long distances to
development sites. Shore hopes to change the model and is leading by example.

At La Concha Pearl, Shore’s team designed a system that uses efficient chillers with evaporated cooling and after-hours production of “ice” in the thermal storage system and self-contained
cistern, instead of employing traditional air-cooled chillers or roof top condensers. Their method is purported to be 30% more efficient and shifts 30% of the cooling load to the night time, further reducing utility bills by staying off the peak billing period. To avoid wasting energy, smarter and practical “brains” were incorporated into simple computerized energy management systems
allowing the shutdown of systems when not in use. It is a known fact there is nothing greener than turning systems off, especially when there is no impact to the building occupants. To add greater efficiency to the building’s creature comfort systems, Shore commissioned the design for an air conditioning system that will further reduce energy costs by employing a mere 70-ton
system rather than the normal 150-ton air conditioning system for similar sized buildings found throughout Baja. Experiences gleaned in the Silicon Valley led Shore to a window manufacturer that offers windows that are not only extremely attractive, but are dual-paned and low-E coated, and filled with Argon gas for additional energy savings. These windows provide less heat conduction without losing interior light. The two-tiered swimming pool and spas are heated exclusively by solar water panels, and all perimeter lighting is powered by a photo voltaic system.

Leading with Intelligent Engineering
New Tek is the exclusive Quad Lock distributor for Baja and provides technical support for all of Mexico. Les Zwaryck, managing partner in NewTek and the project manager of LCP claims, “Our goal in bringing green methods to Baja Sur is to lower the strain of growth and development on the community and to respect and maintain the value of the views and the natural environment that first drew us to Baja. We strive to develop smart engineering solutions that will lead the world – not follow. Obtainable,
sustainable, and profitable will benefit everyone in the long run. If you think about it, we really don’t have any other choice!”. Feeling green is not enough, we have to build smart. Implementing this new way of thinking will have a significant impact on energy consumption in Baja as a whole. I feel the extra efforts we have made sends a dramatic statement to other developers in Baja – we must change the way we do things by educating ourselves on what is possible using today’s more energy–efficient technologies. If our building can earn a LEED certification, we then demonstrate that it is possible to build in an energy efficient manner that protects the very resources that attract our buyers, and remain profitable as well.

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Engineered by Building Professionals

Admin — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 05:28:20 +0000

Engineered and designed by builders for builders
the QUAD-LOCK® BUILDING SYSTEM is THE advanced, second generation, stay-in-place insulating concrete formwork. The system consists of expanded polystyrene (EPS) panels that interlock, and are interconnected with ties that positively lock the system together in four directions. Once the concrete is placed within the forms the result is a SOLID concrete wall. You can choose 4?, 6?, 8? or 10? nominal concrete wall thickness.

The QUAD-LOCK BUILDING SYSTEM is infinitely versatile, allowing design flexibility unmatched in other types of concrete construction. Round or sculpted windows and doors; arches; gables; angles; brick ledges; siding; stuccos. Any and all shapes and finishes can be easily accommodated. Stem walls; bearing walls; tee walls; fire walls; sound walls. Above ground; below ground; basements; single story; multiple story; different wall thickness. QUAD-LOCK DOES IT ALL!

Complete your forming in less than half the time needed for traditional forms (and insulate at the same time!), without special tools, equipment or skills. Save time. Save labor. Save money. Simply set the panels in place and install the ties as you go. One tie per foot. No pre-assembly required. Drop the rebar on the ties. Minimal simple bracing. Place the concrete. You’re done! No need to strip forms. Virtually no waste. No jobsite power needed. Not only is your wall done, but so is your insulation! You can be sure of accuracy because all QUAD-LOCK components are molded and stamped to tight tolerances.

Concrete placed and cured within the QUAD-LOCK System will reach much higher compressive strength than in traditional forms. Because moisture and temperature are controlled within the QUAD-LOCK system, concrete strength is as much as 170% of concrete formed by traditional methods. This means less chance of cracking and fewer callbacks.

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Quadlock Mexico

Admin — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 05:25:43 +0000

QuadLock and QuadDeck general distributor for Mexico.

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Improved Energy Efficiency with N.T.C. Solutions

Admin — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 04:43:41 +0000

Good leadership is important to the success of any building project, but it is particularly vital in green building efforts. With NewTek Construction Solutions you will see the members of our building and design team are accustomed to thinking about a building as a single, well-integrated system — a key strategy in green construction — so everyone you’re working with is committed to thinking ahead and working collaboratively. Sustainable or “green building” design and construction is the opportunity to use our resources more efficiently while creating healthier and more energy-efficient homes. Although there is no magic formula, success comes in the form a leaving a lighter footprint on the environment through conservation of resources, while at the same time balancing energy-efficient, cost-effective, low-maintenance products for our construction needs. In other words, green design involves finding the delicate balance between home building and the sustainable environment.

Committed to build homes that minimize their “ecological footprint” As a company, we’re committed to building homes that are…

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